Author Archives: homophilosophicus

About homophilosophicus

"The stone which the builders rejected has become the cornerstone." Theology is not merely the study of sacred scripture and tradition but the reasoned articulation of faith in the modern world. The task of Theology must be for the formation of righteous and conscientious action directed always by the love of God and the love of neighbour.

Et Cum Spiritu Tuo | Peace and Justice in Modern Ireland

WOVEN DEEP WITHIN the fabric of Christian tradition is the image of the perfection of peace. Christ, who is himself heralded in the book of the prophet Isaiah as the ‘Prince of Peace,’ is said to have extended to his … Continue reading

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Understanding and Mercy | Abortion in Ireland

“I must note with dismay,” said Pope Benedict on January 7th to an assembly of the Vatican diplomatic corps, “that, in various countries, even those of Christian tradition, efforts are being made to introduce or expand legislation which decriminalises abortion.” … Continue reading

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What They Really Think About Us

Surviving the post-apocalyptic landscape that Ireland has become in the wake of the Celtic Tiger is difficult enough for most people. The economic downturn and the past number of lean years and a governmental programme of austerity have exposed the … Continue reading

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Remove this Cup from Me; yet, not My Will but Yours be Done

The television evangelist and the self-proclaimed shepherd announce the great benefit of prayer; ‘Ask and you shall receive,’ and ‘reap what you have sown.’ These lights of the faith forever make prayer sound easy; like some sort of magic that … Continue reading

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